As veterinarians, we all swear an oath in our own country. In addition, we ask WSAVA members to swear an oath which supports our national declarations and reflects the mission of our global veterinary community.
As a global veterinarian, I will use my knowledge and skills for the benefit of our society through the protection of animal welfare and health, the prevention and relief of animal suffering, and the promotion of One Health. I will practice my profession with dignity in a correct and ethical manner, which includes lifelong learning to improve my professional competence.
The ‘WSAVA Oath’ has been translated into 27 languages below:
Oath Overview Per Country
Download this document to view an overview of the oath veterinarians take in their country.
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